ARMK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ARMK - ARAMARK
$52.70
1.95 (3.84%)
▲
5d:
+16.96%
30d:
+20.29%
90d:
+34.58%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 12, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: ARMK is 11.1% above its trading range ($47.44). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: ARMK is 11.1% above its trading range ($47.44). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$73.10
Based on 11.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$45.39
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ARMK is currently trading at $52.70, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $43.08 to $47.44. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 19.7) compared to its historical average (16.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 7.3% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARMK is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $53.27. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: ARMK has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARMK is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $53.27. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: ARMK has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$43.08 -
$47.44
Company Quality Score
63/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
51.4%
Protect Your Profits
ARMK is technically overbought (RSI 80). Consider hedging now to protect against a potential pullback while keeping your upside.
View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price significantly overextended (+11.1% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.8%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($51.44)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 7.3% growth which is achievable
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$43.08 -
$47.44
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$44.14
Resistance Level
$53.27
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.72
Wall Street Target
$51.44
(-2.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
14.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
65.2%
Profit Margin
1.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+7.3% premium
PE vs Historical
19.7 vs 16.0
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+7.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$56.55
(+7%)
2-Year Target
$60.68
(+15%)
3-Year Target
$65.10
(+24%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 20→16)
PE COMPRESSION
$52.81
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 18.9%)
$99.08
(+88%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.7, Growth: 18.9%)
$88.66
(+68%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.0, Growth: 18.9%)
$71.93
(+37%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (38x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (20x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 37.87 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.34
Bull Case
$111.31
(+111%)
Analyst growth 99.4%, PE expands to 41.7
Base Case
$101.19
(+92%)
Market implied 99.4%, PE stable at 37.9
Bear Case
$34.51
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 32.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 14, 2026 7:27 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
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Sells
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NEUTRAL
Recent Transactions
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BUY
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